Digitized Letters of George Mallory Reveal Personal Insights and Historical Context

The letters, now available to the public, offer a glimpse into Mallory's expeditions and personal life, marking the centenary of his last Everest attempt.

George Mallory's letters to his wife Ruth, spanning from their engagement in 1914 to his death in 1924, have been digitized by Magdalene College, Cambridge.
The collection includes the last letter sent by Mallory before his fatal Everest attempt in 1924, providing a poignant view of his final thoughts.
Letters retrieved from Mallory's body in 1999, preserved for 75 years, are also part of the digital archive.
The correspondence covers Mallory's early Everest expeditions, his experiences in World War I, and personal anecdotes from the prohibition era in the U.S.
The letters are freely available on the Magdalene College website, offering valuable insights into early 20th-century exploration and social history.